Holiday Hours:
Christmas Eve: Open 7am-8pm
Christmas Day: CLOSED
New Years Eve: Food service from 7am-10pm, then bar service until 1:30am
New Years Day: Open 7am-11am
โWe will be CLOSED after 6 p.m. on 9/19/25 for a private eventโ
โWe will be CLOSED Labor Day 9/01/25โ
โDue to the heat advisory, the patio will be CLOSED 7/25/25โ
But donโt sweat it! Tonight’s live music from 6pm-9pm with Paul Plumeri will be moving indoors so the good vibes (and cool AC) can keep going!
Yankee Doodle Tap Room
Dine, Drink, and Experience History at Princeton’s Oldest Tavern
Open Daily 7:00 AM โ 10:00 PM
With extended evening hours at the bar
Serving brunch on weekends and $5 Happy Hour Mon-Fri
All menus are offered in the Yankee Doodle Tap Room only and are subject to change.
Happy Hour!
Monday-Friday 3pm-6pm
Enjoy 5 $5 deals, 5 days a week:
Yuengling
Yankee Doodle Ale
House red or white wine
House liquor
Shot of the day
Pub Grub Special:
Fried Mozz Triangles | $8
Coconut Shrimp | $9
Flatbread | $9 each
Nassau Corn Dog | $4
Cheese Sliders | $4 each
Yankee Doodle Tap Room Named One of Americaโs Most Historic Bars
Weโre proud to be recognized by Historic Hotels of America on their 2025 list of the Top 25 Most Historic Bars, Taverns, and Speakeasies. โ Read the full press release HERE!!
Dine
At the legendary Yankee Doodle Tap Room
Enjoy American gastropub fare, craft beers, and seasonal cocktails on the Tap Room patio overlooking Palmer Square, or take a seat at the historic bar beneath the 13-foot Norman Rockwell mural and admire our distinguished Princeton University Alumni Wall.
Cheers to a Legendary Party
Reserve your large party Happy Hour!
Gather your colleagues, connect with friends, or host a memorable alumni reunion over tasty bites and handcrafted cocktails. Looking to add a spirited team-building twist? Ask us about the Princeton Revolutionary Pub Crawl!
Specialty Beers
The finest selection in town!
Come taste our 16 unique craft beers on tap!
Tuesdays Are for the Family!
Your new favorite weekly tradition.
Bring the whole crew out for a night everyone can enjoy! Kids eat FREE with the purchase of an adult entrรฉe.
(Available during dinner service only. One free kids’ meal per adult entrรฉe purchased.)
Beginning 9/16
Dine
At The legendary Yankee Doodle Tap Room
At tables parked invitingly close to the fireplace or out on the bustling patio overlooking Palmer Square, guests enjoy modern American gastropub cuisine complemented by 16 craft beers on tap, an excellent wine list and signature seasonal libations. Pull up a seat at the historic bar to admire the thirteen-foot, original Norman Rockwell mural in all its glory!
Specialty Beers
Come sample our 16 distinctly different craft beers on tap.
Cheers to a Legendary Party
Reserve your large party Happy Hour!
Looking for the perfect spot to unwind with your favorite people? Our vibrant atmosphere, tasty bites, and handcrafted cocktails set the stage for an unforgettable Happy Hour experience. Ask about adding the Princeton Revolutionary Pub Crawl to your event. Start and finish at Princeton’s oldest pub and exploring real revolutionary sites, hear insider stories, and enjoy other historic pubs along the way. What are you waiting for? Gather your crew!
Cheers to a Legendary Party
Reserve your large party Happy Hour!
Looking for the perfect spot to unwind with your favorite people? Our vibrant atmosphere, tasty bites, and handcrafted cocktails set the stage for an unforgettable Happy Hour experience. Ask about adding the Princeton Revolutionary Pub Crawl to your event. Start and finish at Princeton’s oldest pub and exploring real revolutionary sites, hear insider stories, and enjoy other historic pubs along the way. What are you waiting for? Gather your crew!
Events
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Breakfast with Santa in the Tap Room- SOLD OUT
December 7, 2025
Event DetailsSanta Claus is coming to… breakfast!
Naughty or nice, everyoneโs invited to enjoy a festive morning in the Yankee Doodle Tap Room, complete with delicious bites, holiday cheer, activities and a visit from Santa himself.
Strike a pose with the big guy in red, cameras welcome!
Tickets:
- $7 per guest (non-refundable)
- Reservation holds your seat only; food & beverage not included in ticket price
All-American Breakfast Buffet:
- Includesย scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, breakfast potatoes, fresh pastries, fruit, coffee, juice & more!
- $20 per adult (incudes 1 drink)
- $14 per child (includes 1 drink)
- Paid at time of reservation
Tickets for this event are SOLD OUT -
Dinner & Show- SOLD OUT
December 10, 2025
Event DetailsExperience the holiday magic with McCarter Theatre and the Nassau Inn this season!
Enjoy a festive prix fixe dinner at the Yankee Doodle Tap Room before heading to McCarterโs stage for Dickensโ beloved A Christmas Carol.
Dinner & A Show Dates:
๐ Wednesday, December 10. Dinner at 5pm, Show at 7:30 PM.
๐ Wednesday, December 17. Dinner at 5pm, Show at 7:30 PM
A Few Holiday Treats Youโll Enjoy:
- Complimentary soft drinks & coffee
- Free parking at Palmer Square Garages
๐๏ธ Tickets are SOLD OUT!
